In April, the task force will publish a report assessing current practices in codes and zoning, buildings and building technology, transportation and urban infrastructure, waterfront areas, and housing. The report will also provide short- and long-term recommendations and improvement strategies to help New York City better prepare for the future effects of climate change.

In February, Azaroff delivered a lecture for the BFA Interior Design Department, “Designing for Disaster,” discussing many of the plans he is conducting with the task force.